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Robert Marshall

Rome,GA

Summary

Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing organizations into value creation generators. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving internal and external relationships. Accomplished Senior Innovator and Team Leader with a demonstrated record of leading multi-functional teams through successful projects, advanced ESG efforts, and strong advocacy efforts. A career focused on leadership, development, and communication of innovative research projects that continue to grow profitability and sustainability of the company through applied chemistry. Transitioning into the utilization of technical and business acumen to develop strategic impacts on profitability, ESG metrics, and advocacy.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, ESG/Sustainability

Cornerstone Building Brands
10.2022 - Current
  • Leading vision, direction, and implementation of CBB’s ESG and sustainability strategy by driving development, execution, and management of broad-base innovation strategies to deepen the company’s sustainability effort, enhance business performance, and support long-term ESG interests of the company as a value creation tool.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Partnering with five business units, communications, supply chain, legal, and other corporate entities to ensure a comprehensive effort.
  • Reporting to Company’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors as part of governance structure of the ESG Program.
  • Establishing departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas with planned launch of departmental scorecards.
  • Boosting satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues with multiple customers and suppliers.

Director of Sustainability

Mohawk Industries
01.2016 - 10.2022
  • Led and inspired all aspects of Mohawk’s global sustainability efforts to employ strategies that create positive impacts on our natural environment, employees, and surrounding communities.
  • Recognized as thought leader within industry, indicated by my election to numerous leadership roles for industry wide organizations.
  • Led cross functional teams across globe to develop holistic ESG oversight.
  • Led company’s efforts and policies specific to local, state, and federal governmental affairs while maintaining relationships with government entities, non-government organizations, and associated committees as company’s Governmental and Industry Advocacy officer.
  • Collaborated with industry representatives to facilitate the mission of the industry.
  • Both capacities require regular updates and interactions with C-Suite and Business Executive Leadership.

Director of Technical Compliance

Mohawk Industries
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Responsible for regulatory and technical compliance for Mohawk NA Flooring, including but not limited to compliance with Prop 65, CARB, EPA, TSCA, ILFI’s Red List, and EU REACH.
  • Optimized operational processes using analytics tools to address client-specific metrics.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Maintained seven 3rd party certifications programs for multiple product platforms.
  • Generated five Life Cycle Assessments and associated Environmental Product Declarations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Operational Analysis
  • Change Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Budget Management
  • Staff Development
  • Corporate Communications
  • Community Engagement

Timeline

Director, ESG/Sustainability

Cornerstone Building Brands
10.2022 - Current

Director of Sustainability

Mohawk Industries
01.2016 - 10.2022

Director of Technical Compliance

Mohawk Industries
01.2012 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Central Florida
Robert Marshall